Friday, May 30, 2025

Why I feel more Mexican living abroad

A move to the Middle East left one writer feeling twice as Mexican as she had done before she left.
Bird's eye view of shoreline in Puerto Vallarta

What’s on in Puerto Vallarta in June?

0
Fly a kite, watch the navy parade and celebrate love as Puerto Vallarta gets set for an action packed month.
Jalatlaco, Oaxaca

Discovering the secrets of Oaxaca city in Jalatlaco and Xochimilco

0
In the streets and murals of Jalatlaco and Xochimilco, Oaxaca city's two oldest neighborhoods, writer Bethany Platanella finds the soul of the state's capital.
reporters raise their hands at Sheinbaum's morning press conference

Sheinbaum addresses case of murdered norteña band: Thursday’s mañanera recapped

0
The tragic deaths of a Tamaulipas music group, penalties for vaping and Mexican cycling star Isaac del Toro were topics at Thursday's mañanera.
Bird's eye view of shoreline in Puerto Vallarta

What’s on in Puerto Vallarta in June?

0
Fly a kite, watch the navy parade and celebrate love as Puerto Vallarta gets set for an action packed month.
Jalatlaco, Oaxaca

Discovering the secrets of Oaxaca city in Jalatlaco and Xochimilco

0
In the streets and murals of Jalatlaco and Xochimilco, Oaxaca city's two oldest neighborhoods, writer Bethany Platanella finds the soul of the state's capital.
reporters raise their hands at Sheinbaum's morning press conference

Sheinbaum addresses case of murdered norteña band: Thursday’s mañanera recapped

0
The tragic deaths of a Tamaulipas music group, penalties for vaping and Mexican cycling star Isaac del Toro were topics at Thursday's mañanera.
An aerial view of the Tulum coastline

Tulum begins restoration of key coastal thoroughfare

0
Residents and business owners banded together to demand repairs to Coba Sur Avenue, an important access road to hotels, archaeological sites and beaches.
Front shot of Chedraui on Isla Mujeres

Chedraui grocery chain announces 3.5B peso expansion in Tamaulipas

0
Chedraui plans for Tamaulipas include 13 new stores and plans to create over 6,400 jobs.
A map showing the path Tropical Storm Alvin is predicted to take, starting off the Mexican coast and approaching the Baja Peninsula

Tropical Storm Alvin forms off Pacific coast, heading for Baja

0
The first named storm of Pacific hurricane season is expected to bring wind, rain and heavy swell to coastal states from Michoacán up to Baja California Sur.
Firefighters battle a forest fire in Sinaloa.

Sinaloa steps up the fight against wildfires and prays for rain

0
Severe drought and security threats are complicating efforts to control fires in Concordia, Badiraguato and other areas of the state.
The Bank of Mexico (Banxico) headquarters, an ornate beige building

Bank of Mexico cuts 2025 economic growth forecast to just 0.1%

0
Sluggish economic activity at home and trade uncertainty abroad could slow growth into next year, the national bank reported.
Front car of a Maya Train convoy in the Palenque station

What I learned from traveling on the Maya Train

10
Whether you're going to Cancún, Palenque, Izamal or Chichén Itzá, Bel Woodhouse has travelled it — and she's got some tips.
Classical musicians intently playing violins in an orchestra performance

What’s on in Guadalajara and around Lake Chapala in June?

1
June in Guadalajara brings a diverse mix of events for the whole family, everything from food and film fests to wine fairs and renaissance fairs to world-class concerts.
President Claudia Sheinbaum

Canada PM invites Sheinbaum to G7 Summit: Wednesday’s mañanera recapped

8
Sheinbaum responded to questions about a potential meeting with Trump, judicial elections and water deliveries to the U.S. at her Wednesday presser.

8 members of Mexico’s National guard killed in landmine explosion

0
The troops were operating in an armored car along the Michoacán-Jalisco border, where two rival cartels are reportedly vying for control of the territory.
A view from high up over a beach of Puerto Vallarta's coastline and the various hotels and other buildings that ring the coast.

What’s news in Puerto Vallarta?

1
Meagan Drillinger shares the latest information on Puerto Vallarta, including the scoop on new ecofriendly buses, road improvements and the arrival of hundreds of new Wi-Fi hotspots.
Pairs of middle-aged Mexican couples dancing in a public park in Mexico City.

Mexico in my heart: What Guanajuato gives me that California can’t

3
Years of living between Guanajuato and California has taught Louisa Rogers that home is a feeling she misses when she crosses the Mexico-U.S. border.

The MND News Quiz of the week: May 24th

7
Film festivals, naval ships and a lucky cyclist: How much attention have you been paying to the news this week?
An aerial view of the Tulum coastline

Tulum begins restoration of key coastal thoroughfare

0
Residents and business owners banded together to demand repairs to Coba Sur Avenue, an important access road to hotels, archaeological sites and beaches.
Front shot of Chedraui on Isla Mujeres

Chedraui grocery chain announces 3.5B peso expansion in Tamaulipas

0
Chedraui plans for Tamaulipas include 13 new stores and plans to create over 6,400 jobs.
A map showing the path Tropical Storm Alvin is predicted to take, starting off the Mexican coast and approaching the Baja Peninsula

Tropical Storm Alvin forms off Pacific coast, heading for Baja

0
The first named storm of Pacific hurricane season is expected to bring wind, rain and heavy swell to coastal states from Michoacán up to Baja California Sur.
Firefighters battle a forest fire in Sinaloa.

Sinaloa steps up the fight against wildfires and prays for rain

0
Severe drought and security threats are complicating efforts to control fires in Concordia, Badiraguato and other areas of the state.
The Bank of Mexico (Banxico) headquarters, an ornate beige building

Bank of Mexico cuts 2025 economic growth forecast to just 0.1%

0
Sluggish economic activity at home and trade uncertainty abroad could slow growth into next year, the national bank reported.
Front car of a Maya Train convoy in the Palenque station

What I learned from traveling on the Maya Train

10
Whether you're going to Cancún, Palenque, Izamal or Chichén Itzá, Bel Woodhouse has travelled it — and she's got some tips.
GAC Chinese cars sit on a stage in a Mexican showroom in front of a banner reading "GAC Hybrid: Mas confiabilidad"

Claudia’s Chinese car conundrum: A perspective from our CEO

19
Travis Bembenek talks with auto consultant Michael Dunne about how Mexico can navigate getting caught in the crossfire of a trade war.
A welcome sign to Tijuana, Mexico

Observations from my recent US-Mexico border crossings: A perspective from our CEO

30
After crossing Mexico's highly fortified land border with the U.S., Mexico News Daily CEO Travis Bembenek reflects on the complicated dynamics of the border zone.
A Mexican family eats food together and enjoys a meal

Mexico is a top 10 happiest country. Is it the food? A perspective from our...

8
Sharing meals has helped make Mexico one the world's happiest countries — and it doesn't hurt that the food is so darn good, Travis Bembenek writes.
A sculpture depicts an eagle devouring a snake atop a nopal cactus, as seen on Mexico's national coat of arms.

Don’t tread on me, Mexican style: A perspective from our CEO

20
While Americans hold tight to their personal independence, attitudes are different south of the U.S. border, Mexico News Daily CEO Travis Bembenek writes.
Angry Trump

US trade court blocks Trump’s ‘fentanyl trafficking’ tariffs against Mexico

1
Tariffs remain in place, for now, after the Trump administration quickly appealed the ruling.
Kia factory in Nuevo León.

Kia Mexico to expand Nuevo León operations

0
Kia has confirmed Mexico production will continue despite U.S. tariffs, focusing on K4 and K3 models and expanding exports worldwide.
Factory workers assemble a car

Nearshoring lives on: Despite economic uncertainty, the flow of fresh capital into Mexico is...

4
New foreign investment has shown surprisingly strong growth compared to last year, though it remains a small portion of total FDI.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
19.29
CAD
13.97
The Bank of Mexico (Banxico) headquarters, an ornate beige building

Bank of Mexico cuts 2025 economic growth forecast to just 0.1%

0
Sluggish economic activity at home and trade uncertainty abroad could slow growth into next year, the national bank reported.
man at microphone

BBVA to invest 100 billion pesos in its Mexican banking operations

1
The bank's Mexican leadership, while recognizing "increasingly uncertain times," sees Mexico in an advantageous position for future economic growth.
MXN - Mexican Peso
USD
19.29
CAD
13.97
President Claudia Sheinbaum

Canada PM invites Sheinbaum to G7 Summit: Wednesday’s mañanera recapped

8
Sheinbaum responded to questions about a potential meeting with Trump, judicial elections and water deliveries to the U.S. at her Wednesday presser.
Mexican man putting a ballot into a voting box at a polling station

Survey: Half of Mexicans unaware that judicial elections are this Sunday

5
A recent survey showed that half of Mexicans were unaware of the date of upcoming judicial elections, with fewer certain they would vote.
A Mexican flag flies in front of the Burj Al Arab in Dubai

Why I feel more Mexican living abroad

1
A move to the Middle East left one writer feeling twice as Mexican as she had done before she left.
A hurricane with its eye on Earth, seen from outer space.

How to deal with hurricane season in Mexico

2
With more storms and stronger hurricanes forecast for 2025, now’s the time to review your safety plan for Mexico’s rainy season.
Sunset over the ocean in Cabo San Lucas with sailboats in the water

Why I still love Los Cabos

2
Sun, sea, sand and a slice of paradise rarely found elsewhere turned writer Chris Sands' short vacation into a lifetime of pleasure on Baja California's southern tip.
Jalatlaco, Oaxaca

Discovering the secrets of Oaxaca city in Jalatlaco and Xochimilco

0
In the streets and murals of Jalatlaco and Xochimilco, Oaxaca city's two oldest neighborhoods, writer Bethany Platanella finds the soul of the state's capital.
An aerial view of the Tulum coastline

Tulum begins restoration of key coastal thoroughfare

0
Residents and business owners banded together to demand repairs to Coba Sur Avenue, an important access road to hotels, archaeological sites and beaches.
Front car of a Maya Train convoy in the Palenque station

What I learned from traveling on the Maya Train

10
Whether you're going to Cancún, Palenque, Izamal or Chichén Itzá, Bel Woodhouse has travelled it — and she's got some tips.
A hurricane with its eye on Earth, seen from outer space.

How to deal with hurricane season in Mexico

2
With more storms and stronger hurricanes forecast for 2025, now’s the time to review your safety plan for Mexico’s rainy season.
Sunset over the ocean in Cabo San Lucas with sailboats in the water

Why I still love Los Cabos

2
Sun, sea, sand and a slice of paradise rarely found elsewhere turned writer Chris Sands' short vacation into a lifetime of pleasure on Baja California's southern tip.
A welcome sign to Tijuana, Mexico

Observations from my recent US-Mexico border crossings: A perspective from our CEO

30
After crossing Mexico's highly fortified land border with the U.S., Mexico News Daily CEO Travis Bembenek reflects on the complicated dynamics of the border zone.
A Mexican family eats food together and enjoys a meal

Mexico is a top 10 happiest country. Is it the food? A perspective from our...

8
Sharing meals has helped make Mexico one the world's happiest countries — and it doesn't hurt that the food is so darn good, Travis Bembenek writes.

7 award-winning architects with buildings in Mexico

4
Considered architecture's highest honor, the Pritzer is like a Nobel Prize for architecture — and you can see some of the winners' work in Mexico.
Man in shorts and no shirt in Jiutepec, Mexico, doing tricks on a skateboard in a skate park. There are no other people in the park.

How Morelos turned urban decay into a sustainable community hub

0
Respecting the endemic natural environment, Jiutepec, Morelos' CIVAC Linear Park is an example of beauty, intelligent design and sustainability that has been embraced by residents.
A street sign with the words "Los Tigres del Norte Way"

There’s a new street name in New York: Los Tigres del Norte Way

2
The Mexican regional music band has long been the voice of Mexicans in the United States as well as in Mexico. Now they're part of the New York cityscape.
A portrait of Gabriela Iturbide

Mexican photographer Graciela Iturbide wins Spain’s Princess of Asturias Arts Award

1
“Photography is a ritual,” Iturbide said. “To photograph the most mythological aspects of people, then step into darkness to develop, to select the most symbolic images.”
Classical musicians intently playing violins in an orchestra performance

What’s on in Guadalajara and around Lake Chapala in June?

1
June in Guadalajara brings a diverse mix of events for the whole family, everything from food and film fests to wine fairs and renaissance fairs to world-class concerts.

What’s On in Los Cabos in June

0
Sip cocktails on the beach, while listening to jazz music or attending an interactive art exhibition — Baja California Sur has plenty to offer in the coming month.
An aerial view of the Tulum coastline

Tulum begins restoration of key coastal thoroughfare

0
Residents and business owners banded together to demand repairs to Coba Sur Avenue, an important access road to hotels, archaeological sites and beaches.
Front car of a Maya Train convoy in the Palenque station

What I learned from traveling on the Maya Train

10
Whether you're going to Cancún, Palenque, Izamal or Chichén Itzá, Bel Woodhouse has travelled it — and she's got some tips.

Taste of Mexico: Tongue tacos

4
Don't let squeamishness put you off — tongue tacos are an absolutely delicious Mexican classic, with history in every bite.

What is it like to visit Mexico’s 50 Best Bars winners?

0
What's in store for guests of Mexico's top cocktail bars? Mexico City expert Lydia Carey takes a look inside some of the winners.
a dog lies down by a dry reservoir

Drought conditions affect 46% of Mexico, marking improvement from 2024

1
In May 2024, drought affected 70.76% of Mexico’s territory, with 51% experiencing severe, extreme or exceptional drought.
To the relief of Texas farmers and ranchers, the USDA said that the new U.S.-Mexico water pact "solidified a plan for immediate and short-term" water deliveries from the Rio Grande.

Mexico reaches agreement to send more water to southern US

8
The U.S. government had been pressuring the Mexican government to send more water to Texas, to which it owes a huge quantity of water under the terms of a 1944 bilateral treaty.

What do I need to know before undergoing laser skin treatment in Mexico?

0
Medical expert Dr. Lara returns to share her advice on how to find the best laser skin treatments in Mexico.

Beauty and wellness apps to help you look and feel great anywhere, any time

0
From destination wedding makeup to relaxing couples massages, these apps let you pamper yourself in style, anytime or anywhere.

Regional Mexican music takes over NPR’s Tiny Desk

1
In recent weeks two Mexican regional groups have participated in the iconic concert series, pushing back against criticisms of Mexican music's ties to drug culture.
A street sign with the words "Los Tigres del Norte Way"

There’s a new street name in New York: Los Tigres del Norte Way

2
The Mexican regional music band has long been the voice of Mexicans in the United States as well as in Mexico. Now they're part of the New York cityscape.
A portrait of Gabriela Iturbide

Mexican photographer Graciela Iturbide wins Spain’s Princess of Asturias Arts Award

1
“Photography is a ritual,” Iturbide said. “To photograph the most mythological aspects of people, then step into darkness to develop, to select the most symbolic images.”
Bird's eye view of shoreline in Puerto Vallarta

What’s on in Puerto Vallarta in June?

0
Fly a kite, watch the navy parade and celebrate love as Puerto Vallarta gets set for an action packed month.
Classical musicians intently playing violins in an orchestra performance

What’s on in Guadalajara and around Lake Chapala in June?

1
June in Guadalajara brings a diverse mix of events for the whole family, everything from food and film fests to wine fairs and renaissance fairs to world-class concerts.

What’s On in Los Cabos in June

0
Sip cocktails on the beach, while listening to jazz music or attending an interactive art exhibition — Baja California Sur has plenty to offer in the coming month.
Angry Trump

US trade court blocks Trump’s ‘fentanyl trafficking’ tariffs against Mexico

1
Tariffs remain in place, for now, after the Trump administration quickly appealed the ruling.
A map showing the path Tropical Storm Alvin is predicted to take, starting off the Mexican coast and approaching the Baja Peninsula

Tropical Storm Alvin forms off Pacific coast, heading for Baja

0
The first named storm of Pacific hurricane season is expected to bring wind, rain and heavy swell to coastal states from Michoacán up to Baja California Sur.
Firefighters battle a forest fire in Sinaloa.

Sinaloa steps up the fight against wildfires and prays for rain

0
Severe drought and security threats are complicating efforts to control fires in Concordia, Badiraguato and other areas of the state.

8 members of Mexico’s National guard killed in landmine explosion

0
The troops were operating in an armored car along the Michoacán-Jalisco border, where two rival cartels are reportedly vying for control of the territory.
A luxury house on a cliff overlooks the Pacific ocean.

As peso strengthens, new firm offers shield against currency volatility for property buyers

2
By providing corporate-level exchange rates and forward contracts, MexEdge seeks to soften the currency risk for expats considering buying property in pesos.

7 award-winning architects with buildings in Mexico

4
Considered architecture's highest honor, the Pritzer is like a Nobel Prize for architecture — and you can see some of the winners' work in Mexico.
Man in shorts and no shirt in Jiutepec, Mexico, doing tricks on a skateboard in a skate park. There are no other people in the park.

How Morelos turned urban decay into a sustainable community hub

0
Respecting the endemic natural environment, Jiutepec, Morelos' CIVAC Linear Park is an example of beauty, intelligent design and sustainability that has been embraced by residents.
Protest in a downtown street of San Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas, with a line of people marching. At the front of the crowd, people are holding a white sign with black and agua-blue letters saying "We demand worthy water for San Cristobal de las Casas."

San Cristóbal de Las Casas: Where does all the water go?

2
In San Cristóbal de Las Casas, locals are fighting for the right to reliable potable water amid corporate extraction concessions, aging infrastructure and health risks.
a dog lies down by a dry reservoir

Drought conditions affect 46% of Mexico, marking improvement from 2024

1
In May 2024, drought affected 70.76% of Mexico’s territory, with 51% experiencing severe, extreme or exceptional drought.
To the relief of Texas farmers and ranchers, the USDA said that the new U.S.-Mexico water pact "solidified a plan for immediate and short-term" water deliveries from the Rio Grande.

Mexico reaches agreement to send more water to southern US

8
The U.S. government had been pressuring the Mexican government to send more water to Texas, to which it owes a huge quantity of water under the terms of a 1944 bilateral treaty.

All you need to know about Eastern medicine in Mexico

3
Traditional Chinese medicine in Mexico is bigger than ever, with licensed practitioners all over the country offering a variety of techniques.

What do I need to know before undergoing laser skin treatment in Mexico?

0
Medical expert Dr. Lara returns to share her advice on how to find the best laser skin treatments in Mexico.

Beauty and wellness apps to help you look and feel great anywhere, any time

0
From destination wedding makeup to relaxing couples massages, these apps let you pamper yourself in style, anytime or anywhere.
Angry Trump

US trade court blocks Trump’s ‘fentanyl trafficking’ tariffs against Mexico

1
Tariffs remain in place, for now, after the Trump administration quickly appealed the ruling.
Kia factory in Nuevo León.

Kia Mexico to expand Nuevo León operations

0
Kia has confirmed Mexico production will continue despite U.S. tariffs, focusing on K4 and K3 models and expanding exports worldwide.
Factory workers assemble a car

Nearshoring lives on: Despite economic uncertainty, the flow of fresh capital into Mexico is...

4
New foreign investment has shown surprisingly strong growth compared to last year, though it remains a small portion of total FDI.
A view from high up over a beach of Puerto Vallarta's coastline and the various hotels and other buildings that ring the coast.

What’s news in Puerto Vallarta?

1
Meagan Drillinger shares the latest information on Puerto Vallarta, including the scoop on new ecofriendly buses, road improvements and the arrival of hundreds of new Wi-Fi hotspots.
Pairs of middle-aged Mexican couples dancing in a public park in Mexico City.

Mexico in my heart: What Guanajuato gives me that California can’t

3
Years of living between Guanajuato and California has taught Louisa Rogers that home is a feeling she misses when she crosses the Mexico-U.S. border.

The MND News Quiz of the week: May 24th

7
Film festivals, naval ships and a lucky cyclist: How much attention have you been paying to the news this week?
A portrait of Gabriela Iturbide

Mexican photographer Graciela Iturbide wins Spain’s Princess of Asturias Arts Award

1
“Photography is a ritual,” Iturbide said. “To photograph the most mythological aspects of people, then step into darkness to develop, to select the most symbolic images.”

State by Plate: The wines of Querétaro

1
When it comes to the Bajío state, there's nothing finer than their sparkling wines, which have defined the region for centuries.

Taste of Mexico: Tongue tacos

4
Don't let squeamishness put you off — tongue tacos are an absolutely delicious Mexican classic, with history in every bite.

What is it like to visit Mexico’s 50 Best Bars winners?

0
What's in store for guests of Mexico's top cocktail bars? Mexico City expert Lydia Carey takes a look inside some of the winners.
A slice of lemon cake with whipped cream and a fork

The United States’ favorite dessert, Mexican style

1
The only thing that's better than America's favorite is the Mexican version, trust us.